1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Luce | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
